Median Income
$69,186
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$253,500
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Montpelier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population228
Median Age58.9 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,186
Per Capita$33,662
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$253,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation601 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+75.2%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries11
Is Montpelier a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Montpelier receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Montpelier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Montpelier is $69,186, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Montpelier is $253,500, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Montpelier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Montpelier has a population of 228 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 58.9 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
58.9yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Montpelier vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Montpelier vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Montpelier is $69,186, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Montpelier vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,186 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,662 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,391 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,635 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,880 |
| County GDP | $12,607M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Healthcare | 405 |
| Retail | 411 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,655 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 58.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 41.3% |
The median home value in Montpelier is $253,500, 10% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $253,500 |
| 10% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,655 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
In Montpelier, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Montpelier vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 20.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,429/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 405 |
Crime Rates: Montpelier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Montpelier has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.3 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 36.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 601 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4614°N, 90.8114°W |
| County FIPS | 17161 |